Obituaries

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Clemens Bruce Heick, 80, of Richardson, TX passed away Nov 17, 2023 of complications from Parkinson's and pneumonia. 

Born in Elizabeth, NJ. He graduated Union High School, Union, NJ & Lycoming College (where he met his loving and adventurous wife, Kathy). He was a Sigma Pi fraternity member.

Clem began his career in sales at Warner's which led them on adventures in multiple states. They settled in Richardson, TX, where he became an entrepreneur: owning a candy store, a check cashing business, and for the last 25 years Heick Roofing & Remodeling.

Described by his friends and family as an expert soccer player, sailor, golfer, skier and cyclist; a charming man with great wit; a Rangers and Cowboys fan; and most of all as a loyal friend, travel partner, brother, husband and father.

Clem is survived by his wife Kathy (of 58 years), sister Dru Heick, his sons Clemens (Stephanie) and Christopher (Angie).

The memorial service is Jan 6, 2pm, Canyon Creek Presbyterian Church, Richardson, TX.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to The Network of Community Ministries at thenetwork.org/donate-today, Canyon Creek Presbyterian Church Deacon's Fund at canyoncreekpres.org, or Parkinson Voice Project at ParkinsonVoiceProject.org.

John Lynn King of Garland, Texas, passed away peacefully on October 24, 2023, aged 80. He was born in Okmulgee, Oklahoma, on September 28, 1943, to Bryce Newton King and Patsy Ruth King. 

He graduated from Lubbock High in 1961 and earned a Bachelor of Business Administration from Texas Tech in 1966. After serving in the Army for five years, including a tour of duty in Vietnam, he went on to earn an MBA from Pepperdine University in 1979 and a CPA in 1984. 

John worked for Texas Instruments for many years and went on to serve as Chief Financial Officer for several local companies before retiring in 2009. 

He is survived by his wife Marilyn Elaine King whom he married in 2016, as well as his brothers Thomas George King and Bryce Allen King, his sister Patty Ann Thompson, and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his brother Bobby King.

John will be warmly remembered for his giving nature, always ready and willing to help neighbors, friends, family, and strangers. He had an especially soft heart for homeless people, quick to offer them help and encouragement. He and Marilyn were devoted supporters of Austin Street Center, in-person and otherwise. At Christmastime, instead of writing checks to help children receive gifts, he would insist on going to the toy store and all but buying it out, saying, “These children have nothing.” 

Even when his position as company CFO involved mergers that inevitably displaced some workers, John worked hard to help them prepare their resumes and find new jobs. 

His faith was strong, and he became not only a steady churchgoer after an old Army buddy invited him to accompany him to church, but a reliable and enthusiastic participant in church charitable and other events.  

John’s family is grateful to Faith Presbyterian Hospice for his care in his final days. 

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Canyon Creek Presbyterian Church or the charity of your choice. 

Jerry Claude Beeson was born in Clinton, Oklahoma on July 24, 1945 and passed on October 19, 2023, he left an indelible mark on the world around him. A true son of the Sooner State, he embodied the spirit of excellence from an early age, shining as an all-star athlete in his youth. His journey led him to The University of Oklahoma, where he pursued his undergraduate and law degrees.  He also ran for the OU Track Team, forever etching his allegiance to the crimson and cream.

He honorably served our country as a Captain Adjutant General Corps in the Army.  A dedicated and passionate individual, he later assumed the role of President of the OU Club of Dallas, tirelessly championing his alma mater.  Boomer Sooner! In the realm of real estate development, Jerry loved his work and his ventures have left an indelible mark on the landscape of our communities. Notably, he was the proud owner of the Love Field Antique Mall, a space that spoke to his appreciation for history and the cherished stories that accompany it.

The mountains held a special place in his heart, particularly the serenity of Creede, Colorado.  At 8,852 feet, he found solace in its rugged beauty, forging cherished memories through hunting, fishing and treasured moments with his beloved family. Jerry leaves behind a legacy woven with threads of passion, dedication, and an unyielding love for his family. May his memory forever be a beacon of inspiration to us all.

Jerry was preceded in death by his parents, Jack Beeson and Dorothy Seay.  He is survived by his wife Karen Beeson, stepmother Joe Ann, sons Shane and Brandon, daughter Amy Dodson, daughters-in law Katrin and Shannon Beeson, son-in-law Jerry Dodson, grandchildren Jaxon, Hadley, Abigail, Bryce, Grier, Jaime, Jeramy and his wife Katelyn, great-grandchild Adalynn, along with countless friends and extended family.

There will be a Celebration of Life at 2:30 pm on Wednesday, November 1 at Preston Hollow Presbyterian Church in Dallas. For those that would like to make a gift in his memory, the family is asking that friends make contributions to the SPCA or Creede Repertory Theatre.

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Doris Herrick – loving wife, mother, teacher, and friend – joined her husband and love of her life, Ralph Herrick, to continue their eternal dance on Thursday July 6th, 2023. Doris laughed easily and often and was truly, deeply, fundamentally kind and nurturing to others. 

Doris grew up in Fort Myers where she spent her days playing tennis, chess, and swimming after school. After attaining her master’s degree, she became a teacher specializing in early reading recovery. Her passion was advocating for the vulnerable and ensuring equality. Doris lit up around children, and gave them her undivided attention and encouragement.

Doris met Ralph while swimming. They quickly discovered they shared interests, religious beliefs, ethics and values, and a love of outdoor activities. Doris and Ralph enjoyed running, biking, swimming, skiing, gardening, and dancing, and supported multiple altruistic endeavors. Throughout their marriage they developed a love apparent to all that was so pure and strong it transcended this world.

Doris is preceded in death by her husband Ralph Herrick and survived by her children Dana Masters, Sheryl Frank, Scott Herrick, Marlo Herrick, and Erin Harvey, and grandchildren Adrien Herrick, Haley Dawn Masters, Miranda Harvey, and Shannon Herrick.

A service to celebrate Doris will be held July 29th at 11 a.m. at Canyon Creek Presbyterian Church, 3901 North Star Road, Richardson TX. To honor Doris, the family requests attendees wear color.

For those whom wish to make donations in lieu of flowers please see the following links:
Richardson AnimalLuv https://www.richardsonanimalu…
Richardson Humane Society https://www.richardsonhumanes…
Alzheimer’s Association https://act.alz.org/site/Dona…
Austin Street Center https://austinstreet.org/dona…

Doris's Memorial Website: https://everloved.com/life-of/doris-herrick/funeral/

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Jeanne was born May 31, 1944 in Borger, Texas to Emma Eloise Price Jacobs and Cecil Aurelious Jacobs.

Jeanne was an avid learner and came from a family dedicated to teaching. She was always learning something new. She graduated from Borger High School in 1962 and then went on to receive a B.S. in Education from Texas Tech University, a Masters of Liberal Arts from Southern Methodist University, and an Educational Diagnostician Certification from Texas A&M, Commerce.

She was an avid writer, writing short stories and poems many times to honor someone special such as her children’s bus driver. She was the author of “A Holiday Book of Cooking for Kids”, and “American Potpourri-One Family’s Journey Through America’s History.”. A book about food, family, heroism and above all else, patriotism. A book that she spent eight years researching and perfecting.

Jeanne was a Texan and an American through and through. She was a poll watcher, a devoted Republican and a passionate voter, even demanding to vote during a major illness.

She found great joy-and-passion for the simple things in life such as connecting with total strangers, making enormous and impactful differences in her community, and doing so all while unknowingly leaving an indelible mark on all those around her.

She loved the minute details of nature, having a particular fondness and love for all flowers. The lily and orchid being two of her favorites. Jeanne enjoyed spending countless hours gardening and taking care of her plants; she found immense pride in cooking and baking, constantly searching for a new, and always fancy, recipe. Thus again bringing others together and leaving that permanent mark on many lives the world-over.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Cecil and Eloise Jacobs, her infant brother, William Brace Jacobs and her infant granddaughter, McKenna Taite Gassett.

Jeanne leaves to cherish her loving memory: son and daughter in law, Quentin & Vangee Gray of Macau; daughter, Samantha Gassett of Rowlett TX; grandson’s Keegan & Kallen Gassett of Rowlett, TX; granddaughter, Kiera Gray of Macau; sister and brother in law, Susan & Phil Harriss of GA, nieces and nephews: Steven & Kim Harriss of FL, Todd & Mackenzie Harriss of Plano TX; Courtney & Bryan Bailey of GA as well as four great nieces, Paige Harriss of FL, Audrey, Ember and Brook Bailey. A plethora of other friends and family who will remember her for all that she was.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.Sparkman-Crane.com for the Jacobs family.

Jeanne's Memorial Website: https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/dallas-tx/audrey-jacobs-10538295